2 years ago I was diagnosed with T-CELL ALL leukemia, I had just turned 13. I was living a happy, healthy, and normal life before my diagnosis. This proves that cancer can be completely unpredictable. This is my first full year back at school which means it is also my first Relay For Life. The topic of cancer is hard-hitting for me, but I don't let that stop me from raising awareness and sharing my story. I was lucky enough to meet Piper, a friend of mine, last year. Although I have been personally affected by cancer, I am not only relaying for myself. I am also relaying for her brother. It is incredibly unfortunate to see the amount of people affected by this disease and the impact it has on surrounding friends and family. Every story heard adds another life impacted. 

I strongly encourage you to donate to this cause. No matter the amount, every donation counts. The research is incredibly important and every dollar gets us one step closer to a possible cure. It is crucial that every cancer patient receives the best possible treatment they can get. Nobody should ever have to question or worry about their future - especially a child.